2006 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 298 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (315 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Phaeton | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
